Nurpur
Nurpur is a village located in Nawanshahr tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Nawanshahr (tehsildar office) and 27km away from district headquarter Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . As per 2009 stats, Nurpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Nurpur unique in its vibrant Nawanshahr-Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Nurpur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Nurpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nurpur is 032172. The village spans a total geographical area of 288 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144502. Banga is nearest town to Nurpur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Nurpur
Population of Nurpur
According to the 2011 Census, Nurpur has a total population of about 998, with approximately 512 males and 486 females. The sex ratio is around 949 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 86 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 505 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.44%, with male literacy at about 71.09% and female literacy near 67.70%. There are around 231 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Nurpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 998 | 512 | 486 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 45 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 505 | 246 | 259 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 693 | 364 | 329 |
| Illiterate Population | 305 | 148 | 157 |
Connectivity of Nurpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nurpur. As per the 2011 stats, Nurpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Nurpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Nurpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nurpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nurpur
- Where is Nurpur located?
- Nurpur village is situated in Nawanshahr Tehsil, within the Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Nurpur?
- Nurpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Nurpur?
- The pincode of Nurpur is 144502, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Nurpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nurpur is 998, with 512 males and 486 females.
- How many households are there in Nurpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Nurpur village has a total of 231 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Nurpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nurpur is 69.44%. The male literacy rate is 71.09%, while the female literacy rate is 67.70%.